Statements (103)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:temples
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gptkbp:admission |
grand gopuram
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gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Kunjara_Mallan_Raja_Raja_Perunthachan
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gptkbp:architectural_style |
Dravidian architecture
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gptkbp:artistic_influence |
influenced South Indian art
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gptkbp:artwork |
sculptures and carvings
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gptkbp:built |
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_I
a raised platform |
gptkbp:built_in |
11th century
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gptkbp:carvings |
gptkb:mythological_figure
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gptkbp:community_role |
center of local community life
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gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
ongoing preservation initiatives
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gptkbp:constructed_in |
11th century
granite stones |
gptkbp:construction_material |
gptkb:granite
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gptkbp:contains |
a large statue of Nandi
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gptkbp:cultural_events |
celebrates various Hindu festivals
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gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
part of Tamil culture
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gptkbp:cultural_significance |
important pilgrimage site
important for spiritual practices |
gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
represents Tamil heritage
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gptkbp:dedicated_to |
gptkb:Shiva
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gptkbp:design_elements |
pillared halls
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gptkbp:dimensions |
120 feet (37 m) wide
240 feet (73 m) long |
gptkbp:educational_role |
site for learning about Hindu culture
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gptkbp:famous_event |
gptkb:Mahashivaratri
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gptkbp:features |
a large courtyard
a massive granite dome massive dome a large water tank large granite dome |
gptkbp:features_artist |
intricate stone carvings
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gptkbp:has |
gptkb:inscriptions
a rich history a sacred tree a sanctum sanctorum a gopuram |
gptkbp:has_height |
66 meters
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gptkbp:has_lore |
Brihadeeswarar (Shiva)
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gptkbp:has_tradition |
daily worship and ceremonies
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gptkbp:height |
66 meters
66 meters (216 feet) |
gptkbp:historical_period |
gptkb:Chola_dynasty
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gptkbp:historical_records |
mentioned in ancient texts
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gptkbp:historical_research |
subject of archaeological studies
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gptkbp:historical_significance |
symbol of Chola architecture
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Brihadeeswarar Temple
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gptkbp:influence |
inspired later temple architecture
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gptkbp:influenced |
later temple architecture in South India
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gptkbp:innovation |
advanced engineering techniques used
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gptkbp:inscription |
Tamil inscriptions
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gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:historical_monuments
gptkb:tourist_attraction gptkb:cultural_landmark site of worship symbol of Tamil culture |
gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:the_Chola_dynasty
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gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
its cultural significance
its architectural beauty |
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
local festivals
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gptkbp:is_considered_as |
a masterpiece of Chola architecture
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gptkbp:is_decorated_with |
gptkb:sculptures
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gptkbp:is_famous_for |
its annual festivals
its architectural grandeur its intricate details its stone carvings |
gptkbp:is_home_to |
various deities
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gptkbp:is_known_for |
its historical significance
its massive scale its vibrant rituals |
gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:Tamil_Nadu
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gptkbp:is_located_near |
gptkb:Thanjavur_Palace
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gptkbp:is_managed_by |
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department
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gptkbp:is_open_to |
gptkb:Public
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gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:the_Great_Living_Chola_Temples_group
Thanjavur district the Tamil cultural heritage the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India |
gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:the_Archaeological_Survey_of_India
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gptkbp:is_surrounded_by |
a wall
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gptkbp:is_visited_by |
tourists from around the world
pilgrims from all over India |
gptkbp:landmark |
iconic structure in Tamil Nadu
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gptkbp:local_economy |
supports local businesses through tourism
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gptkbp:local_legends |
associated with various myths
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gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Thanjavur
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India |
gptkbp:part_of |
Chola architecture
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gptkbp:renovation |
restorations in the 20th century
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gptkbp:renowned_for |
its intricate carvings
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gptkbp:significance |
one of the largest temples in India
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gptkbp:surrounding_area |
Thanjavur district
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gptkbp:symbolism |
represents cosmic energy
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gptkbp:temple |
includes several smaller shrines
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gptkbp:tourism |
popular tourist destination
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gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
gptkb:Great_Living_Chola_Temples
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gptkbp:visitors |
thousands annually
attracts thousands of pilgrims annually |
gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Great_Living_Chola_Temples
gptkb:The_Great_Living_Chola_Temples gptkb:Thanjavur |
gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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